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2025 [KHGX] HOUSTON/GALVESTON Gale (GL) Watch (A) Number 4

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180 
WHUS74 KHGX 081525
MWWHGX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
925 AM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

GMZ330-082330-
/O.CON.KHGX.MF.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-250308T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T0200Z-250309T1200Z/
Matagorda Bay-
925 AM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM
CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, dense fog will reduce
  visibility to 1 to 2 NM. For the Small Craft Advisory, north
  winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and rough bay waters 
  expected.

* WHERE...Matagorda Bay.

* WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until noon CST today. For 
  the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to 7 AM CST 
  Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Low 
  visibility will make navigation difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of dense fog are impacting portions
  of Matagorda Bay resulting in periods of reduced visibility.
  Though not every section of the bay is dealing with fog, areas
  that do have fog are experiencing visibility under 1 NM. Gusts
  to gale force are possible tonight behind a strong cold front. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

If you must navigate, proceed with caution. Use proper fog
signals. Make sure all running lights are on. Remember to use
your radar and compass.

&&

$$

GMZ335-350-355-082330-
/O.CON.KHGX.MF.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-250308T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T0200Z-250309T1200Z/
Galveston Bay-
Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX out
20 NM-Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM-
925 AM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM
CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, dense fog will reduce
  visibility to 1/4 to 1/2 NM. For the Small Craft Advisory,
  northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with 35 kt gusts and seas 4 to 6 ft
  expected. Gusts over 40 knots are possible. 

* WHERE...Galveston Bay, Coastal waters from Freeport to 
  Matagorda Ship Channel TX out 20 NM and Coastal waters from 
  High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM.

* WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 3 PM CST this 
  afternoon. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 PM this 
  evening to 7 AM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Low 
  visibility will make navigation difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of dense fog are expected this
  morning into the afternoon. Breaks in the fog possible during
  the afternoon hours. Strong winds behind a cold front tonight
  will bring Small Craft Advisory conditions. Gusts to gale force
  expected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

If you must navigate, proceed with caution. Use proper fog
signals. Make sure all running lights are on. Remember to use
your radar and compass.

&&

$$

GMZ370-375-082330-
/O.NEW.KHGX.GL.A.0004.250309T0200Z-250309T1200Z/
Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 20 to
60 NM-Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 to 60 NM-
925 AM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM CST THIS EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
  seas 5 to 8 ft expected.

* WHERE...Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 
  20 to 60 NM and Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 
  to 60 NM.

* WHEN...From 8 PM CST this evening through Sunday morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds are expected behind a cold
  front tonight. We cannot rule out gusts up to around 45 knots. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$
681 
WHUS74 KHGX 082151
MWWHGX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
351 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

GMZ350-090600-
/O.EXB.KHGX.GL.A.0004.250309T0100Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.CAN.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T0200Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KHGX.SC.Y.0025.250309T1200Z-250309T1800Z/
Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX out
20 NM-
351 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM CST THIS EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY
MORNING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY CONDITIONS LIKELY TONIGHT THROUGH MIDDAY
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 knots. Gusts of 35 to 40 knots
  possible.

* WHERE...Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel 
  TX out 20 NM.

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from 7 PM CST this evening through 
  Sunday morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM to 1 
  PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are expected to reach Small Craft
  Advisory threshold this evening through midday Sunday. We cannot
  rule out a period of gale conditions tonight. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$

GMZ355-090600-
/O.NEW.KHGX.MF.Y.0024.250308T2151Z-250309T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T0200Z-250309T1800Z/
Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM-
351 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
1 PM CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Areas of dense fog likely ahead of a cold front. 20 to 30
  knot winds expected behind the front this evening and tonight.
  Gusts to around 35 knots possible. 

* WHERE...Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 
  NM.

* WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 PM this evening 
  to 1 PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Low 
  visibility will make navigation difficult.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

If you must navigate, proceed with caution. Use proper fog
signals. Make sure all running lights are on. Remember to use
your radar and compass.

&&

$$

GMZ370-375-090600-
/O.EXT.KHGX.GL.A.0004.250309T0100Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T1200Z-250309T1800Z/
Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 20 to
60 NM-Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 to 60 NM-
351 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM CST THIS EVENING THROUGH
SUNDAY MORNING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY CONDITIONS LIKELY TONIGHT THROUGH MIDDAY
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds increasing to 20 to 30 kt with gusts up 
  to 40 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft possible later tonight into tomorrow
  morning.

* WHERE...Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 
  20 to 60 NM and Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 
  to 60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from 7 PM CST this evening through 
  Sunday morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM to 1 
  PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds are expected behind a cold
  front tonight. We cannot rule out gusts over 40 knots.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$

GMZ330-335-090600-
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T0200Z-250309T1800Z/
Matagorda Bay-Galveston Bay-
351 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
1 PM CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  rough bay waters expected.

* WHERE...Matagorda Bay and Galveston Bay.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 1 PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of dense fog may return to Galveston
  Bay before a front clears the fog and brings strong winds in its
  wake. Gusts to gale force are possible tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
298 
WHUS74 KHGX 090432
MWWHGX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
1032 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

GMZ350-091245-
/O.CON.KHGX.GL.A.0004.000000T0000Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.CON.KHGX.SC.Y.0025.250309T1200Z-250309T1800Z/
Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX out
20 NM-
1032 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 1 PM CST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 knots. Gusts of 35 to 40 knots 
  possible.

* WHERE...Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel 
  TX out 20 NM.

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from 7 PM CST this evening through 
  Sunday morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM to 1 
  PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are expected to reach Small Craft 
  Advisory threshold this evening through midday Sunday. We 
  cannot rule out a period of gale conditions tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$

GMZ370-375-091245-
/O.CON.KHGX.GL.A.0004.000000T0000Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.CON.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T1200Z-250309T1800Z/
Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 20 to
60 NM-Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 to 60 NM-
1032 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 1 PM CST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds increasing to 20 to 30 kt with gusts up 
  to 40 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft possible later tonight into 
  tomorrow morning.

* WHERE...Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 
  20 to 60 NM and Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 
  to 60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from 7 PM CST this evening through 
  Sunday morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM to 1 
  PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds are expected behind a cold 
  front tonight. We cannot rule out gusts over 40 knots.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$

GMZ330-335-355-091245-
/O.CON.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-250309T1800Z/
Matagorda Bay-Galveston Bay-
Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM-
1032 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  rough bay waters expected.

* WHERE...Matagorda Bay and Galveston Bay.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 1 PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of dense fog may return to 
  Galveston Bay before a front clears the fog and brings strong 
  winds in its wake. Gusts to gale force are possible tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
731 
WHUS74 KHGX 090844
MWWHGX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
344 AM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

GMZ350-091645-
/O.CAN.KHGX.GL.A.0004.000000T0000Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0025.250309T0844Z-250310T0600Z/
Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX out
20 NM-
344 AM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt. Gusts up to 35 kt possible
  this morning and seas 4 to 6 ft.

* WHERE...Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel 
  TX out 20 NM.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

GMZ370-375-091645-
/O.CAN.KHGX.GL.A.0004.000000T0000Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T0844Z-250310T0600Z/
Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 20 to
60 NM-Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 to 60 NM-
344 AM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 30 kt. Gusts to gale this morning.
  Speeds diminishing to 20 to 25kt later today and this evening. 
  Seas 6 to 9 ft.

* WHERE...Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 
  20 to 60 NM and Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 
  to 60 NM.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

GMZ330-091645-
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-250310T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KHGX.LO.Y.0007.250309T1100Z-250309T2100Z/
Matagorda Bay-
344 AM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...
...LOW WATER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 25.
  Gusts up to 35 kt this morning and rough bay waters. For the Low
  Water Advisory, abnormally low water levels expected around low
  tide cycles.

* WHERE...Matagorda Bay.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 7 PM CDT this 
  evening. For the Low Water Advisory, until 4 PM CDT this 
  afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Below 
  normal water levels will result in hazardous navigating 
  conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due
to below normal water levels.

&&

$$

GMZ335-091645-
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-250310T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KHGX.LO.Y.0007.250309T1100Z-250310T2100Z/
Galveston Bay-
344 AM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...
...LOW WATER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 25kt.
  Gusts to 30 kt this morning and rough bay waters. For the Low
  Water Advisory, abnormally low water levels expected around low
  tide cycles.

* WHERE...Galveston Bay.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 7 PM CDT this 
  evening. For the Low Water Advisory, until 4 PM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Below 
  normal water levels will result in hazardous navigating 
  conditions.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due
to below normal water levels.

&&

$$

GMZ355-091645-
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-250310T0600Z/
Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM-
344 AM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds near 25 kt. Gusts up to 35 kt this
  morning.

* WHERE...Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 
  NM.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
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180 
WHUS74 KHGX 081525
MWWHGX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
925 AM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

GMZ330-082330-
/O.CON.KHGX.MF.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-250308T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T0200Z-250309T1200Z/
Matagorda Bay-
925 AM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM
CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, dense fog will reduce
  visibility to 1 to 2 NM. For the Small Craft Advisory, north
  winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and rough bay waters 
  expected.

* WHERE...Matagorda Bay.

* WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until noon CST today. For 
  the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 PM this evening to 7 AM CST 
  Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Low 
  visibility will make navigation difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of dense fog are impacting portions
  of Matagorda Bay resulting in periods of reduced visibility.
  Though not every section of the bay is dealing with fog, areas
  that do have fog are experiencing visibility under 1 NM. Gusts
  to gale force are possible tonight behind a strong cold front. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

If you must navigate, proceed with caution. Use proper fog
signals. Make sure all running lights are on. Remember to use
your radar and compass.

&&

$$

GMZ335-350-355-082330-
/O.CON.KHGX.MF.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-250308T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T0200Z-250309T1200Z/
Galveston Bay-
Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX out
20 NM-Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM-
925 AM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM
CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, dense fog will reduce
  visibility to 1/4 to 1/2 NM. For the Small Craft Advisory,
  northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with 35 kt gusts and seas 4 to 6 ft
  expected. Gusts over 40 knots are possible. 

* WHERE...Galveston Bay, Coastal waters from Freeport to 
  Matagorda Ship Channel TX out 20 NM and Coastal waters from 
  High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM.

* WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 3 PM CST this 
  afternoon. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 PM this 
  evening to 7 AM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Low 
  visibility will make navigation difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of dense fog are expected this
  morning into the afternoon. Breaks in the fog possible during
  the afternoon hours. Strong winds behind a cold front tonight
  will bring Small Craft Advisory conditions. Gusts to gale force
  expected. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

If you must navigate, proceed with caution. Use proper fog
signals. Make sure all running lights are on. Remember to use
your radar and compass.

&&

$$

GMZ370-375-082330-
/O.NEW.KHGX.GL.A.0004.250309T0200Z-250309T1200Z/
Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 20 to
60 NM-Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 to 60 NM-
925 AM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM CST THIS EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
  seas 5 to 8 ft expected.

* WHERE...Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 
  20 to 60 NM and Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 
  to 60 NM.

* WHEN...From 8 PM CST this evening through Sunday morning.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds are expected behind a cold
  front tonight. We cannot rule out gusts up to around 45 knots. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$
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681 
WHUS74 KHGX 082151
MWWHGX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
351 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

GMZ350-090600-
/O.EXB.KHGX.GL.A.0004.250309T0100Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.CAN.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T0200Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KHGX.SC.Y.0025.250309T1200Z-250309T1800Z/
Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX out
20 NM-
351 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM CST THIS EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY
MORNING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY CONDITIONS LIKELY TONIGHT THROUGH MIDDAY
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 knots. Gusts of 35 to 40 knots
  possible.

* WHERE...Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel 
  TX out 20 NM.

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from 7 PM CST this evening through 
  Sunday morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM to 1 
  PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are expected to reach Small Craft
  Advisory threshold this evening through midday Sunday. We cannot
  rule out a period of gale conditions tonight. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$

GMZ355-090600-
/O.NEW.KHGX.MF.Y.0024.250308T2151Z-250309T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T0200Z-250309T1800Z/
Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM-
351 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
1 PM CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Areas of dense fog likely ahead of a cold front. 20 to 30
  knot winds expected behind the front this evening and tonight.
  Gusts to around 35 knots possible. 

* WHERE...Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 
  NM.

* WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 8 PM this evening 
  to 1 PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Low 
  visibility will make navigation difficult.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

If you must navigate, proceed with caution. Use proper fog
signals. Make sure all running lights are on. Remember to use
your radar and compass.

&&

$$

GMZ370-375-090600-
/O.EXT.KHGX.GL.A.0004.250309T0100Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T1200Z-250309T1800Z/
Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 20 to
60 NM-Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 to 60 NM-
351 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM CST THIS EVENING THROUGH
SUNDAY MORNING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY CONDITIONS LIKELY TONIGHT THROUGH MIDDAY
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds increasing to 20 to 30 kt with gusts up 
  to 40 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft possible later tonight into tomorrow
  morning.

* WHERE...Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 
  20 to 60 NM and Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 
  to 60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from 7 PM CST this evening through 
  Sunday morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM to 1 
  PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds are expected behind a cold
  front tonight. We cannot rule out gusts over 40 knots.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$

GMZ330-335-090600-
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T0200Z-250309T1800Z/
Matagorda Bay-Galveston Bay-
351 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO
1 PM CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  rough bay waters expected.

* WHERE...Matagorda Bay and Galveston Bay.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 1 PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of dense fog may return to Galveston
  Bay before a front clears the fog and brings strong winds in its
  wake. Gusts to gale force are possible tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
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298 
WHUS74 KHGX 090432
MWWHGX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
1032 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

GMZ350-091245-
/O.CON.KHGX.GL.A.0004.000000T0000Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.CON.KHGX.SC.Y.0025.250309T1200Z-250309T1800Z/
Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX out
20 NM-
1032 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 1 PM CST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 knots. Gusts of 35 to 40 knots 
  possible.

* WHERE...Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel 
  TX out 20 NM.

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from 7 PM CST this evening through 
  Sunday morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM to 1 
  PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are expected to reach Small Craft 
  Advisory threshold this evening through midday Sunday. We 
  cannot rule out a period of gale conditions tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$

GMZ370-375-091245-
/O.CON.KHGX.GL.A.0004.000000T0000Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.CON.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T1200Z-250309T1800Z/
Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 20 to
60 NM-Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 to 60 NM-
1032 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 1 PM CST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds increasing to 20 to 30 kt with gusts up 
  to 40 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft possible later tonight into 
  tomorrow morning.

* WHERE...Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 
  20 to 60 NM and Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 
  to 60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from 7 PM CST this evening through 
  Sunday morning. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 7 AM to 1 
  PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds are expected behind a cold 
  front tonight. We cannot rule out gusts over 40 knots.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.

&&

$$

GMZ330-335-355-091245-
/O.CON.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-250309T1800Z/
Matagorda Bay-Galveston Bay-
Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM-
1032 PM CST Sat Mar 8 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  rough bay waters expected.

* WHERE...Matagorda Bay and Galveston Bay.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 1 PM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of dense fog may return to 
  Galveston Bay before a front clears the fog and brings strong 
  winds in its wake. Gusts to gale force are possible tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$
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731 
WHUS74 KHGX 090844
MWWHGX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
344 AM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

GMZ350-091645-
/O.CAN.KHGX.GL.A.0004.000000T0000Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0025.250309T0844Z-250310T0600Z/
Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX out
20 NM-
344 AM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt. Gusts up to 35 kt possible
  this morning and seas 4 to 6 ft.

* WHERE...Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel 
  TX out 20 NM.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

GMZ370-375-091645-
/O.CAN.KHGX.GL.A.0004.000000T0000Z-250309T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.250309T0844Z-250310T0600Z/
Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 20 to
60 NM-Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 to 60 NM-
344 AM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 30 kt. Gusts to gale this morning.
  Speeds diminishing to 20 to 25kt later today and this evening. 
  Seas 6 to 9 ft.

* WHERE...Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 
  20 to 60 NM and Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 
  to 60 NM.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

GMZ330-091645-
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-250310T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KHGX.LO.Y.0007.250309T1100Z-250309T2100Z/
Matagorda Bay-
344 AM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...
...LOW WATER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 25.
  Gusts up to 35 kt this morning and rough bay waters. For the Low
  Water Advisory, abnormally low water levels expected around low
  tide cycles.

* WHERE...Matagorda Bay.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 7 PM CDT this 
  evening. For the Low Water Advisory, until 4 PM CDT this 
  afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Below 
  normal water levels will result in hazardous navigating 
  conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due
to below normal water levels.

&&

$$

GMZ335-091645-
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-250310T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KHGX.LO.Y.0007.250309T1100Z-250310T2100Z/
Galveston Bay-
344 AM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS
EVENING...
...LOW WATER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 25kt.
  Gusts to 30 kt this morning and rough bay waters. For the Low
  Water Advisory, abnormally low water levels expected around low
  tide cycles.

* WHERE...Galveston Bay.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 7 PM CDT this 
  evening. For the Low Water Advisory, until 4 PM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Below 
  normal water levels will result in hazardous navigating 
  conditions.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due
to below normal water levels.

&&

$$

GMZ355-091645-
/O.EXT.KHGX.SC.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-250310T0600Z/
Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 NM-
344 AM CDT Sun Mar 9 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Northwest winds near 25 kt. Gusts up to 35 kt this
  morning.

* WHERE...Coastal waters from High Island to Freeport TX out 20 
  NM.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

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